PACS Project Manager

Contract Opportunity: Part-Time Project Manager (PACS Migration)

Remote: ~75% (occasional onsite based on project needs)

Schedule: 2–3 days per week (approx. 0.4–0.6 FTE)

We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a multi-phase PACS/VNA migration project. This role will coordinate planning, execution, and stabilization activities, ensuring alignment across Radiology, IT, clinical teams, and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale migration planning and execution (data extraction, validation, cutover, post–go-live support).
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage project budgets (hardware, storage, licensing, vendor services).
• Coordinate communication across Radiology, IT, clinical operations, and executive stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation (plans, RAID logs, migration trackers, status reports).

Technical Expertise

• PACS/VNA architectures, HL7, DICOM, IHE profiles.
• Data migration methodologies and cybersecurity compliance (PHIPA/HIPAA).
• Integration with RIS, HIS, and Epic systems.

Clinical Workflow Knowledge

• Radiology workflows and cross-departmental imaging processes.
• End-user adoption strategies and training plans.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Problem-solving under pressure (cutover weekends, system instability).
• Effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams.

Deliverables

• Master project plan, RAID log, budget tracking, vendor alignment tracker.
• Migration validation reports, cutover playbook, training materials.
• Regular status reports and executive dashboards.